Melcyl Lotion
Product Info
Prescription required | No |
Marketer | East West Pharma |
Active Ingredient | Methoxsalen (1% w/v) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Psoralens Derivative |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | DERMA |
Action Class | Psoralen & derivatives |
User Rating | 4.3 |
User Reviews | 522 |
FAQ
Melcyl Lotion Reviews
Melcyl is for external use only. Use It only under the direct supervision of your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medication work better by keeping the affected areas clean.
Common side effects include redness of the skin, blisters on the skin, swelling, and itching at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention.
The most common side effects of this medicine include burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. It may also make your skin sensitive to sunlight, so avoid exposure to sunlight. Use sunscreens and cover yourself with protective clothing for at least 8 hours after treatment. Melcyl is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Avoid eating certain foods like limes, figs, parsley, parsnips, mustard, carrots, and celery, as they may increase the skin's sensitivity to light.
How Melcyl Lotion Works
How to Use Melcyl Lotion
Benefits of Melcyl Lotion
- In Psoriasis: Psoriasis is a condition where the skin cells in the body grow too quickly and form scales and dry patches. They can grow anywhere, but most appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. Melcyl reduces the scaly, itchy patches along with other symptoms of inflammation such as redness, swelling, or irritation which may develop on the different parts of the body. Use it for as long as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. It may take several months to become fully effective. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
- In Vitiligo: Vitiligo is a condition in which the skin loses its natural color in patches. Melcyl effectively blocks that process in the skin that leads to discoloration. It also reduces any redness, rash, pain, or itchiness that may be caused by this condition. This improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. You should always use it as prescribed to get the full benefits.
Uses of Melcyl Lotion
- Psoriasis
- Vitiligo
Melcyl Lotion Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Use extra caution for at least 48 hours following each treatment. After each treatment, cover your skin for at least 8 hours by wearing protective clothing.
- Melcyl is prescribed along with UV-A rays for the treatment of vitiligo and psoriasis.
- Never take Melcyl more than the prescribed dose as it may cause burning or blistering of your skin after exposure to UV light.
- Do not use perfumes, aftershave, deodorants or other cosmetics and toiletries while using Melcyl as they make your skin even more sensitive causing blistering of your skin.
- Do not use it if you have a history of melanoma or certain other types of skin cancer.
- Wear UVA-absorbing, wrap-around sunglasses and cover exposed skin or use a sunblock (SP 15 or higher) for the twenty-four (24) hour period following treatment with Melcyl.
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